Certificate in Health and Social Care (16-18)
The knowledge and skills gained will ensure that you are able to operate in a healthcare or care setting. You will cover communication skills, safe working and safeguarding skills as well as working skills specific to the sector. You will also have to complete work experience in a relevant setting, providing you with the opportunity to put theory into practice and develop your practical skills.
• Working in the health and social care sector
• Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults
• Communication for health and social care
• Equality, diversity and rights
• Human growth and development
To enrol on this course, you will have achieved Grade 1 or 2 in GCSE English and maths
Achievement of this qualification demonstrates to an employer that you have the necessary technical skills and knowledge they are looking for when recruiting for positions such as: healthcare assistant, care assistant, childcare worker/assistant. You can also progress onto further study through the Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care.
